Bravery Network Online

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Bravery Network Online is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with fantasy and science fiction themes. It was developed by GLOAM and was released on February 16, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Bravery Network Online" is a turn-based tactical RPG set in a vibrant, futuristic world. Players build and customize a team of heroes, each with unique abilities and personalities, to battle in strategic turn-based combat. The game features online multiplayer, allowing players to test their skills against others in PvP matches or team up in co-op mode. Explore the world of Gloam, uncover secrets, and level up your team in this immersive and engaging gaming experience.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

Bravery Network Online features a unique and engaging combat system that eliminates RNG, allowing for strategic gameplay reminiscent of competitive Pokemon.
The game boasts beautiful character designs, a charming art style, and a fun, witty narrative that enhances the overall experience.
The developers are active in the community, providing regular updates and engaging with players, which fosters a welcoming environment.

The game has been abandoned by developers, with servers down for an extended period, rendering it unplayable and leading to disappointment among players.
Despite its potential, the game lacks sufficient single-player content and relies heavily on online multiplayer, which is currently inactive due to a dwindling player base.
Players are required to be online to access even single-player modes, which is frustrating when the servers are down or unresponsive.

gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The gameplay of "Bravery Network Online" is praised for its solid mechanics and depth, drawing comparisons to competitive Pokémon battles while introducing unique features like the battery system and captain abilities that enhance strategy and team-building. Players appreciate the charming character designs, engaging art style, and the balance between accessibility and complexity, making it a compelling choice for fans of competitive RPGs. However, some reviewers note the current lack of single-player content and the need for a more robust multiplayer experience.
- “Fantastic art style, good gameplay, and super charming characters - highly recommended to pick this up if you're in the market for a competitive team-building RPG.”
- “An absolute gem of a game that takes everything that is fun about Pokémon-style battles, innovates on the format with some really interesting mechanics, and puts it in a really fun setting with amazing character designs.”
- “Bravery Network Online is a stylish and polished game that takes the gameplay/team composition aspect of competitive Pokémon and turns it into a deep build-based online battler with no microtransactions, lots of earnable customizations, and no RNG.”
- “At the time of writing, the game has little single-player content and it is encouraged to play PvP after getting a handle on the game's mechanics.”
- “If you don't like the gameplay of Pokémon, as far as turn-based RPG battles go, you're not going to like this.”
- “Players can't even see what effect the flourish mechanic will have on their action unless they hold down shift to reveal it; which both requires players to reveal it every single time and also requires players to press shift despite this game being otherwise playable with mouse only.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their charming and unique art style, which is often compared to the aesthetics of "Scott Pilgrim" and features vibrant character designs that reflect diverse themes of gender and sexuality. Players appreciate the attention to detail in character outfits and the overall visual presentation, which enhances the gameplay experience. The combination of cute visuals, engaging music, and a distinct aesthetic contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the competitive RPG genre.
- “The art style is absolutely fantastic and helps portray the world and characters very well.”
- “Gorgeous artwork that exploits every inch of screen space, and an active development team you can talk to.”
- “The aesthetic is also quite amazing, if you are into that.”
- “It's an aesthetic that's not going to appeal to everyone, but it's undeniable that it's unique and well executed - and for a title that borrows so much from another well-established game, having a distinct panache is important.”
- “While a spiritual successor to it, it stands on its own two feet with its fresh and unique aesthetic and combat mechanics.”
- “So basically it's just distilled and refined Pokémon combat with a really charming art style.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by a vibrant and diverse cast of characters, each with unique backstories and engaging dialogue that adds depth to the gameplay. While the single-player story mode is relatively short, lasting only a couple of hours, it effectively serves to unlock characters and resources, with players expressing a desire for more expansive narrative content. However, issues such as server accessibility and a lack of updates have left some players frustrated, overshadowing the otherwise charming and witty storytelling.
- “Love the aesthetic and the soundtrack, adore how unapologetically gay and trans this cast of brave fighters is, really look forward to seeing the story be expanded over time.”
- “The dialogue in the game is funny and witty, and the story had me hooked line and sinker as it weaves a world all its own, instead of relying on telling variations of the same story over and over like Pokémon does.”
- “The combat system is varied without being over-complex, the characters are an absolute joy, the story scenes are delightful, and I've had an excellent time with this game so far.”
- “The single-player story mode is very easy and can be cleared in an hour or two.”
- “That's another problem, there is so little story, so little to do.”
- “There are some story and single player elements, but the game is mostly designed around PvP and playing online - at least at this point in early access.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising its charm, aesthetic appeal, and ability to enhance the overall experience. While the soundtrack features enjoyable electronic and lo-fi beats that complement the game's atmosphere, some users noted that the music can become repetitive over extended play sessions and suggested a need for more variety. Overall, the combination of engaging music and vibrant character designs contributes significantly to the game's unique style and appeal.
- “The music and character design alone are what originally interested me, and after watching a few matches between friends I was ready to purchase.”
- “The thing that I think will draw a lot of people to this game is its sense of style - a combination of its funky soundtrack, stellar writing, and phenomenal art direction all give the game a very well-defined sense of self.”
- “The music fits the chill atmosphere of the game well, and the dialogue is A+.”
- “Otherwise my only complaint is that there needs to be more music and/or transitioning songs, as looping songs eventually wear on me in competitive games. Here, everything is like chill hip hop beats to relax versus Pokémon intense battle themes, which is nice for a change.”
- “General music needs a bit more variance to it.”
- “The music is ok.”
character development
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised for its exceptional character designs, engaging personalities, and well-crafted backstories, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in character aesthetics and interactions, contributing to a vibrant and inclusive community. The combination of unique designs, fun writing, and a charming story creates a compelling environment that resonates with fans of cute and queer character representations.
- “Great game, with amazing character designs, ideas, and personality.”
- “Highly strategic and deterministic turn-based combat, great character designs, a charming story with an interesting world behind it, and deeply variable team composition.”
- “Not only is the character design unique and interesting, but the writing is fun as well.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “There is a noticeable lack of meaningful choices that affect character growth, leaving the experience feeling flat.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and wit, with distinct and likable characters contributing to a funny and engaging narrative. Players appreciate the clever dialogue and unique worldbuilding, which combine to create a delightful experience reminiscent of Pokémon but with a quirky twist. Overall, the writing is highlighted as a standout feature, effectively blending humor with heartfelt moments.
- “The characters are all distinct and likable, the humor is on point; there's a woman who flies around on an orb—what's not to love?”
- “I like how everything is explained, including duplicate heroes, and how the game uses humorous dialogues and UI-based cutscenes to introduce you to the rather intricate sci-fi world.”
- “The dialogue in the game is funny and witty, and the story had me hooked line and sinker as it weaves a world all its own, instead of relying on telling variations of the same story over and over like Pokémon does.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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Players appreciate the reduced emphasis on grinding in this game, as it allows for a more streamlined experience where they can freely adjust their teams and focus on strategy without the burden of extensive grinding or RNG. While some grinding elements remain for competitive play, the overall design encourages personal progression and experimentation, making it a refreshing alternative for those who find traditional grinding tedious. The introduction of new mechanics further enhances the gameplay experience, appealing to both casual and competitive players.
- “No grinding needed; it goes straight to the heart of the strategy, making it really satisfying to play.”
- “Instead of having to spend hours grinding out specific encounters or dumping piles of in-game cash for stat boosters and/or move items, you can adjust these things freely in your teambuilder.”
- “Tl;dr there are no arbitrary barriers between you and playing this game 'properly', allowing you to freely play, compete, and experiment without punishing you with massive grinding.”
- “This game is a must buy if you enjoy the competitive potential in Pokémon's combat but either dislike certain elements of it like the RNG and heavy grinding required to create competitive teams or just want to try a fresh spin on the genre with new mechanics like the battery system which adds resource management to the factors that affect your decision making, or the captain abilities which affect your entire team and give you a good starting point to build around when creating new teams.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply engaging, highlighting the wholesome and welcoming community fostered by passionate creators. The diverse characters and their unique attributes, along with the heartfelt single-player content, contribute to a rich and intriguing emotional experience.
- “I'm normally pretty daunted by the competitive scene of video games, but this community is so wholesome and welcoming; you can tell the creators have put so much passion into this game.”
- “The accompanying single player content is funny and heartfelt, and the world the diverse cast of characters inhabits is intriguing and unique.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its rich style and artistic character designs, complemented by fitting, chill music that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the quality of the dialogue, further contributing to the immersive ambiance.
- “The art and unique appearances of all the different characters are absolutely fantastic, with decently atmospheric music as well.”
- “Absolutely dripping with atmosphere and style.”
- “The music fits the chill atmosphere of the game well, and the dialogue is A+.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong design as a key factor contributing to its longevity and high replay value, suggesting that its engaging mechanics encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This game is very well designed, and that more than anything else will give it a ton of longevity and replay value.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Bravery Network Online features a commendable monetization model, offering a polished gameplay experience without microtransactions. Players can earn a variety of customizations through gameplay, ensuring a fair and engaging environment free from random elements.
- “Bravery Network Online is a stylish and polished game that transforms the gameplay and team composition aspects of competitive Pokémon into a deep, build-based online battler with no microtransactions, plenty of earnable customizations, and no RNG.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game demonstrates strong optimization, with users noting that it runs smoothly and remains stable since its early access release, while the core mechanics are well-developed.
- “As of the early access release, the core mechanics are great, the game is stable and runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have focused on performance, making the game feel responsive and fluid.”